Sheetfed Second Press Operator 2nd and 3rd shifts

About the role

Sheetfed Second Press Operators assist with the set‑up and operation of a printing press in coordination with the Press Operator and crew members, ensuring each job is run according to customer specifications and meeting internal and external deadlines. They maintain quality control, reduce waste or press downtime, and follow departmental regulations and procedures to process customer jobs on a timely basis and within specified quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Keeps feeder loaded with sheets of paper at all times.
• Airs, winds, or turns paper stock.
• Reads and understands the job ticket, layout sheet, artwork, and other specifications before beginning the assigned job.
• Assists Lead Press Operator with manual and machine tasks in the operation of an offset printing press and other pressroom equipment.
• Assists in wash‑up and cleaning procedures.
• Assists in the setup and make‑ready of the printing press and other equipment.
• Hangs plates, installs blankets and packing, fills ink fountains and mixes fountain solutions at the correct pH, and assists in the setup of coating or other in‑line finishing equipment.
• Records the quantity of ink used on the printed job.
• Checks plates for visible imperfections and checks press sheets for marks and abrasions.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA federal and state rules, regulations, policies, guidelines, and company safety rules.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Keeps an ongoing list of maintenance issues to be addressed.
• And other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1 – 3+ years of experience as a multicolor web second press operator preferred.
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos.
• Effective communication skills with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to use basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements) and critical thinking to solve practical problems.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines.
• Organized; able to plan, prioritize, and follow through on projects with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills.
• Self‑motivated, reliable, and quality‑ and safety‑oriented.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Use proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Push/pull and lift up to 50 lb.
• Fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination.
• Near visual acuity.
• Work around and operate departmental equipment.
• Access and navigate each department in the facility.
• Function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances.
• Occasional work: 33 % or less of the workday.
• Frequent work: 34 % – 66 % of the workday.
• Constant work: 67 % – 100 % of the workday.

Schedule

Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.